Coastal camping in South Australia

Sun-blushed vineyards and outback plains stretch along the banks of the Murray River.

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12 top coastal campgrounds in South Australia

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Pine Ridge

8 sites · RVs, Tents80 acres · Yahl, SA
We have 80 acres of farm, approximately 15 minutes from town. Our campsites are located in a paddock on our farm, perfect for off grid self contained campers. We are not far from The Blue Lake, The little blue is also close by, and is perfect for swimming in summer. The Umpherston Caves is literally just down the road, and is wonderful for a picnic, or on dusk feeding the possums. Sites are approx 20m x 20m, lined with trees, perfect for pitching a tent, parking a van, camper trailer, RV, or even a bus! You can even bring your boat! We are only 25 minutes away from Port MacDonnell, put your boat in, go fishing or just enjoy the beach. One van/tent per site (unless negotiated prior). Our sites are all located in a back paddock, it's quiet and peaceful. We have sites available to cater for RVs, vans and tents. Must be self-contained (no facilities provided, must dispose of waste at approved dumpsites in town), take your rubbish with you; dogs are welcome if they are friendly and well behaved.
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Cooinda Retreats - RV and Camp Stay

20 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Victor Harbor, SA
Welcome to Cooinda Retreats 🌿 Escape to Cooinda Retreats, your peaceful, nature-based getaway! Surrounded by tranquil bushland with sweeping ocean and scrub views, enjoy space and privacy far from the crowded parks. Every stay supports our Not-for-Profit mission, helping disadvantaged and marginalised communities. Why Camp With Us? 🌱 Paying it forward: Your visit helps create inclusive programs and foster well-being for those in need. Camping at Cooinda Retreats makes a meaningful difference. Important Details for a Hassle-Free Stay 🌳 What You Can Expect: 🏕 Nature-First Experience: A bushland Hipcamp site offering peace, privacy, and pristine surroundings. 🔥 Fire Policy: Fires allowed in winter only, on designated surfaces. Prohibited during bushfire season. 🚙 Room for Setups: Spacious sites for tents, gazebos, and trailers. One vehicle per site; extras park in the main carpark. Our Sites Choose from powered or non-powered options: 🐾 Site 1: Powered (15 amp), Dog-Friendly, Fully Enclosed – 7mW x 10mD. Secure for pets. 🐾 Site 2a: Premium Powered, Dog-Friendly, Fully Enclosed (15 amp) – 8mW x 9mD. Great for families. ⚡ Site 2b: Premium Powered (10 amp) – 9mW x 13mD. Spacious and versatile. ⚡ Site 3: Premium Powered (10 amp) – 10.5mW x 12mD. Family-friendly. 🌅 Site 4: Non-Powered – 12mW x 9mD. Back slope with scenic views. 🐾 Site 5: Non-Powered, Dog-Friendly, Fully Enclosed – 16mW x 12mD. Perfect for pets. 🌳 Site 6: Non-Powered – 7mW x 11mD. A quiet bushland retreat. 🌿 Site 7: Premium Non-Powered – 11mW x 7.5mD. Suited to smaller setups. 🌄 Site 8: Premium Non-Powered – 10mW x 10.5mD. Open and scenic. 🌊 Site 9: Premium Non-Powered – 10mW x 10.5mD. Lawn, ocean, and scrub views. 🌊 Site 10: Premium Non-Powered – 10mW x 10.5mD. Stunning ocean vistas. Amenities 🚿 Stay Self-Contained: Portable showers and toilets available, or use RV facilities. Greywater can go on the garden. ♻️ Waste Management: Leave no trace – take rubbish with you. 💧 Potable Water: Available at all sites. 🍽 Camp Kitchen & Wi-Fi: Convenient cooking and connectivity. 🚐 Exclusive Dump Point: Effortless on-site access to empty RV toilets.
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AU$32
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Perlubie Park

63 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Streaky Bay, SA
Perlubie Park is campground a located a few minutes walk from the iconic Perlubie Beach, which boasts great fishing, salubrious sunsets, natural brush shelters built by local families over 100 years ago and is said to be one of the most beautiful beaches in Australia! The park has been built by a local farming family that has had over 100 years involvement in the Perlubie Beach area. We offer 38 caravan sites and 24 tent/swag sites, all unpowered. Each site has access to the following amenities: -Dump point on site and available potable water -Free Wi-fi -Huge Sites! -Three toilets with small shower facilities -Communal fire pit (15th April to 16th October) -Camp kitchen with power, fridge, sink, hot water dispenser, vending machine and microwave -Toy and book cupboard -Large off leash dog area -Ability to dispose of grey water on nearby trees
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AU$17
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Marion Bay Bush Camping

8 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Marion Bay, SA
200 Acre property previously used for grain and livestock. Wildlife includes kangaroos, emus, wide variety of bird and geese, many of which you can see on our facebook page. All the campsites have been developed from naturally occurring breaks in the scrub making the environment of campers naturally appealing and less damaging. You can enjoy the convenience of being one minute away from the town centre, general store and tavern. By camping here, you can expect a premium level of privacy separation between sites with your experience coming before profit maximising in our eyes. We have sites to fit all sizes with our largest and most separated being site 7. Overall we aim to offer the most authentic camping experience for all. Firewood collection is prohibited. Land owner may do camp site inspection at anytime. Land owner has the rights to evict if you are not following our rules. On requesting a site you will be asked to read the conditions and provide some details including vehicle registration and full names. This is seperate to Hipcamp and requested by the property owners on each booking.
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Robe Four Mile Farm

109 sites · RVs10 acres · Robe, SA
Ideally located just a couple of kilometres from Robe on the Southern Ports Highway (road side number #4437), The Four Mile Farm offers spaces for self contained vans, camper trailers and tents in a tranquil ten acre rural setting. Only minutes to the Robe township, restaurants, cafes, shopping and Robe's famous Long Beach, The Four Mile has an abundance of wide open spaces to find a private nook to park up for a night - or a week. New facilities include a utility room and ensuite featuring a hot shower and flush toilet, located inside the front shed, as well as a new shower block with two hot showers and an additional flush toilet, just a short stroll from the camping area. (Showers are coin operated - bring a good supply of $2 coins). Bring a chair and relax round the community fire pit in the evening (fire season excepted). Watch the sun go down, the moon rise and spent the evening around the fire, star-gazing at the southern sky. If you'd like a night out in town, Robe Runner Shuttle offers a service to and from The Four Mile.
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AU$40
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Windmill Creek Farm

5 sites · RVs40 acres · Mc Laren Vale, SA
Our 40 acres is 2WD accessible and set just off the coast in beautiful McLaren Vale, South Australia. The camp is set in a flat, cleared area on the rear of our working family property. With ample space to spread out and put your feet up, the River Red Gum trees also provide natural shade and shelter. Perfect for setting up hammocks or a slack line! Along with local kangaroos, you'll likely spot our small flock of sheep in the paddock nearby or the neighbouring horses up the hill. Ask us about our small batch wine and take advantage of being in the heart of wine country - the nearest cellar door is only a 3 minute drive away! After an afternoon of wine tasting, drive 10 minutes to the beach and enjoy a sunset over the water. Tomorrow, choose your own adventure with more wining and dining, swimming and surfing, or walking one of McLaren Vale's stunning trails. On a Saturday, you might find yourself at the Willunga Farmers Market (5 min drive) which runs each week from 8am to Midday and offers a variety of local goods and produce. Wineries within a 10 minute drive include: - Battle of Bosworth Wines - Down the Rabbit Hole Wines - Fox Creek Wines - Ekhidna Wines - and many more! - Not to forget Swell Brewing Co., just 9 minutes away. Our favourite coffee places include: - Dawn Patrol Coffee (4 min drive) - Goodness Coffee Co. (8 min drive) - Someday Soon Co. (6 min drive) - many more in Willunga and Aldinga! Please note the following! - No shower or toilet facilities provided, campers must be self-sufficient. - Three drinking water taps are available for your convenience. - No pets. We have a variety of animals on our property that rely on us to keep them safe. - No motorbikes. - No fires from approx. November 1 - April 30 due to SA restrictions. If not during this time, please clear it with us as restrictions and fire ban days change year to year. - Please stay within the designated camp area! As a working property and vineyard, we have large machinery in use daily and visitors must follow biosecurity protocol (fancy explanation for keeping everyone's vineyards safe from disease and pests).
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AU$38
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Robe Camel Farm - Self Contained Campers Only

6 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Mount Benson, SA
SELF CONTAINED CAMPERS ONLY (must have your own toilet/shower/bin). Situated on 100 acres 5km north of Robe town, and a very very short drive (or 2km walk) to beautiful Long Beach, the Robe Camel Farm is in the perfect location. Camper trailers, rooftop tents, and small campervans are suited to the Shady 1 and Shady 2 sites. These two sites are nestled amongst beautiful gums. Caravans and large motorhomes are suited to The Paddock site. The Paddock is an open site near the tourist shop. Perfect for larger set ups and great for solar. You are free to watch the camels in the paddock from behind the fenceline. If you are after a more up and personal experience with the beautiful beasts, you can book a Morning Milking Tour or a Camel Safari in our electric buggy. Book these experiences on the website www.humpalicious.com.au. Robe Camel Farm is a very relaxed environment. We will be carrying on daily jobs such as camel feeding, building, training etc. Guests are welcome to participate in daily farm life if they choose to! Note, we do keep beehives on the property, so if you are badly allergic to bees, please come prepared. Dog friendly but must be well controlled. Campfires not permitted.
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Coodlie Park Eco Retreat

279 sites · RVs, Tents500 acres · Talia, SA
Welcome to our home, Coodlie Park Eco Retreat....where the Adventure Begin!! * ENTER via the Flinders Highway Driveway Discover a Unique Off-Grid Bush Camping Experience at Camp Coodlie. If you're seeking a truly immersive off-grid bush camping experience, look no further than Camp Coodlie, located on the stunning Eyre Peninsula. Nestled within 500 acres of natural coastal bushland, our campground offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle, a chance to embrace nature's playground, and a perfect spot for those who value peace, nature and sustainability. Camping Rates Camp Coodlie Sites: $25.00 per site/vehicle (up to 3 guests) Additional Guests: $12.50 per person (maximum of 5 guests per site) ** Children 2 years and under FREE ** RV and Pet Friendly Check-In and Check-Out Times Campground Check-In: 1:00 PM Campground Check-Out: 11:00 AM All guest must check-in at the office or via the AFTER HOURS QR Code located at the Wheel Post (and office window). Scan the Check-in qr-code and follow the prompts. Office Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 9:30am to 3:30pm (Open till 7pm in Summer) CAMP COODLIE Fully off-grid bush campground with rustic bush amenities and spacious campsites for ultimate privacy. Each swag hut and sites at Camp Coodlie is positioned to offer guests ample space and privacy, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of the surrounding bushland. Located 2 km from the main homestead and Coodlie Office Store the campground offer a peaceful, secluded experience for you to enjoy. Eco-Friendly Amenities At Camp Coodlie, sustainability is at the core of everything we do, and we are a proud TICSA Sustainable Tourism and Eco-Star Accredited Business. From our eco-friendly facilities to the use of locally sourced and recycled materials, such as the oyster-timber wood structures, solar power and waste management, we strive to create an environmentally conscious retreat. Facilities: *BYOB Toilet Paper and Drinking Water Showers: Experience our eco-friendly, bush bucket shower system, offering hot water bush showers for a truly unique bush camping experience. Toilets: Our eco-designed compost toilets add a touch of sustainability to your stay. (Please bring your own toilet paper) Communal Fire Pit: Perfect for socialising and roasting marshmallows (Restrictions apply during bushfire season October to April, please see signagefor more details during this period) Camp Kitchen: Equipped with a 6-burner cooktop, and grillers for a proper bush cookout. The kitchen sink has heated hot water, and all communal areas, including the kitchen, showers, and toilets, are powered by solar lighting. The kitchen can accommodate up to 60-80 people. Accessing Amenities and Activities Camp Coodlie is conveniently located near several key attractions. Guests can enjoy access to some of the most beautiful natural sites on the Eyre Peninsula, including: Talia Caves, The Tub, Talia Beach, Lake Newland Sand Dunes and Mount Camel Beach are all located just a couple minutes drive from the campground. Coodlie Cove and Sunset Point: Coastal Reserve Road access point, including access to a secluded private beach that offers the perfect spot for spear fishing, sunset watching, and relaxing by the ocean. Please note there is a 40m climb down the rocks to reach the beach below. Access is 'At Your Own Risk', Be tide-aware as they can change constantly, and freak waves can happen at any time. From the beach, follow the Coastal Reserve Road down to the wooden boat (do not pass beyond this point), where Sunset Point is located. To return back to Coodlie, follow the track to the right of the boat to continue the loop-back to the property. The boat marks the end of the track Pleade DO Not go beyond the boat towards MT. Camel Beach and PLEASE ensure to CLOSE all gates so the sheep do not escape!! Lake Newland Conservation Park: Located only a 15-20-minute drive away, where you can explore sand dunes, rugged coastlines, and breathtaking rock formations. Onsite Experiences: Tagalong Beach and Sunset Cliff Tours, Guided Night Walks, and an Under-the-Stars Night Sky Experience provide additional opportunities to enrich your stay. For ticket bookings and more information, feel free to speak with our friendly office staff or give us a call ahead of your visit. Preparing for Your Stay Please note that Camp Coodlie is a fully off-grid bush campground, with no access to mains electricity. We recommend bringing your own drinking water and toilet paper for your convenience, and the office store has some available as well. Our commitment to eco-friendly living is reflected in all aspects of the camp, from solar-powered lighting to our thoughtful waste management practices. Travel Distances to Key Locations: Venus Bay: 11 km (10 minutes) Port Kenny: 16km (15 minutes) Elliston: 48 km (32 minutes) Streaky Bay: 77 km (50 minutes) Port Lincoln: 217 km (2 hrs 17 mins) Adelaide: 662 km (6.5 hours) Additional Information For any questions or further details about your upcoming stay, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can also visit our website at www.coodlie.com.au for additional resources and bookings. We look forward to welcoming you to Camp Coodlie, where nature and adventure await! **South Australia and the Eyre Peninsula were voted Lonely Planet’s #5 top region in the entire world at the 2017 Best of Travel Awards NOTES: - Please note that Hipcamp charge you a booking fee, our prices are as listed below. - Campground water is potable (unfiltered) rainwater and is strictly for camp kitchen and camp shower use. **Please Do Not Fill Tanks, cause once's gone, it's gone until it rains again!! - No Dumping - No Powered Sites - - No reception due to the limited phone towers in the area - Telstra is touchy - Starlink works best and everything else is basically a no-go. - Boat Launch Points: Venus Bay, Elliston and Port Kenny
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Coastal camping in South Australia guide

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Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping adventures in Australia! If you're looking for a coastal camping experience in South Australia, you're in luck. With over 349 options available, you'll find the perfect spot to soak up the sun and enjoy the ocean breeze. Prices start as low as $5 per night, with an average price of $20. Looking for recommendations? Check out Pine Ridge (200 reviews), Great Views Farmstay (35 reviews), and Coodlie Park Farm Retreat (37 reviews). Popular amenities like cooking equipment, campfires, and potable water are available, and you can enjoy wildlife watching, off-roading, and whitewater paddling as your favorite activities. Get ready to make memories in the great outdoors!

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